degree

[dih-gree] / dɪˈgri /

NOUN

unit of measurement

Synonyms

STRONGEST

amount extent grade intensity point quality rate scale scope severity size standard strength term

STRONG

amplitude caliber dimension division expanse gauge gradation height interval length limit line link mark notch period plane proportion quantity range ratio reach rung shade space stage stair step stint tenor tier

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dullness lethargy whole

STRONG

unimportance

NOUN

recognition of achievement; rank or grade of position

Synonyms

STRONGEST

class credit grade honor level magnitude point position qualification quality scope sort standard status strength

STRONG

approbation approval baccalaureate caliber compass credentials dignity distinction eminence height order pitch potency quantity range rank reach sheepskin shingle stage standing station testimonial testimony

WEAK

dignification

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dishonor disrespect ill repute lack

STRONG

lowliness unimportance

Example Sentences

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To be clear, user-friendly design and usability principles have indeed transformed the world for the better in many ways, and to an incredible degree.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

McCardel earned an undergraduate degree in network science from Northwestern University.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

Administrators argue the cap protects degree value and challenges students, limiting A’s to 20% plus four additional A’s.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“You can only be one degree of separation from how you’re living your life,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

He didn’t care about this crazy god or his snake-powered chariot or his online degree program.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan

degree

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